The Warship: Tour of Duty

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Originally Posted by Video Mixdown

I think it was ever thus. Every military unit has a constant turnover of people for many reasons.

Originally Posted by Ninthace

That is what FOST is for.
Flag Officer Sea Training organisation renamed (ukdefencejournal.org.uk)
"FOST certifies crews and vessels as being sufficiently prepared for any eventuality through rigorous exercises and readiness inspections."

Thanks, and was aware they assess vessels after long lay ups etc.
So presumably then before every 'mission' to the high seas ....the ship has to be re certified by the FOST team if crews are in constant rotation?

...sorry for the questions, but just interested!